This two-day training course covers all aspects of working with the full capabilities of MAXIMA, an advanced gimbal technology. You will be given the opportunity to enhance your knowledge of stabilization principles, gimbal technology and support systems and deepen your practical skills. Experienced professionals will detail the many possibilities the ARRI Camera Stabilizer Systems have to offer, giving you expert advice and hands-on training. By the end of the training you will be able to set-up, operate and maintain the MAXIMA and use it to its full potential in real-world situations.

Preparing the ARRI camera systems and accessories for use on the MAXIMA

Get to know the software and GUI applications for advanced configurations

How to setup and adjust the MAXIMA

Learn to use the remote control joystick and wheel kit to control camera movement remotely

Exercises and drills for MAXIMA applications

Explore the MAXIMA in different support systems and configurations

Rehearse, shoot and record test shots to apply your new skills with the MAXIMA

Details

You will be provided with a detailed introduction to the history and development of ARRI CSS and understand the features and working language of gimbals and the MAXIMA. Each participant will work directly with a MAXIMA and complete ARRI camera system. You will rehearse, shoot and record practice shots for review. Participants will be introduced to typical on-set situations and explore the different set-up considerations experimenting with alternative configurations using the modularity of the MAXIMA to suit individual setups.

A maximum of 6 participants can attend each course. A complete ARRI camera system and MAXIMA stabilizer will be provided for every 3-4 students. This will ensure that everyone gets sufficient practical experience working with the system and instructors.

AMIRA features the same sensor and exceptional image quality as the ARRI ALEXA, recording superior images in HD, 2K or 4K UHD – suitable for any distribution format. With intuitive controls and an ergonomic design optimized for single-user operation, the versatile AMIRA has become a trusted workhorse for a wide variety of different production types, from narrative dramas and indie features to sports, commercials, documentaries and branded content.

With a compact and lightweight carbon body and the same image quality as other members of the ALEXA family, the ALEXA Mini has already proved a huge success in many different configurations and on countless production types. Capable of recording internal MXF/ARRIRAW and ProRes formats including various 4:3 options for anamorphic productions, the ALEXA Mini is an incredibly versatile camera, delivering truly cinematic images and a small, adaptable form factor.